Gozo Diocese embarks on beatification process of Fr Mikiel Attard

The Gozo Diocese is embarking on the beatification process of Fr Mikiel Attard.

Gozo bishop Mario Grech has appointed Fr Anton Sciberras as postulator and Fr Daniel Xerri as his deputy.

Born in Nadur on October 1, 1933, Fr Attard worked with young people and for many years was spiritual director of the Nadur Youngsters Football Club.

He set up the Missionary Group of Gozo and organised missionary experiences in Egypt, Kenya, Ethiopia, Pakistan, India, Brazil, Tunisia, Algeria and Peru.

Fr Attard loved Malta and involved himself in social issues. He was a happy priest who lived his priesthood to the utmost. He had an intimate relationship with God through prayer was had a great devotee of the Eucharist and Our Lady of Ta’ Pinu.

He died on July 30, 2004.